Serving 269 students in grades 6-12, Morenci Middle And High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morenci Middle and High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 73.7 square miles in Morenci, MI. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morenci Middle And High School's student population of 269 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Morenci Middle And High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morenci Middle And High School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1723 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Hispanic
10%
9%
White
87%
63%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morenci Middle And High School's ranking?
Morenci Middle And High School is ranked #1723 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Morenci Middle And High School often compared to?
Morenci Middle And High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sand Creek High School, Hudson Area Jrsr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morenci Middle And High School?
The graduation rate of Morenci Middle And High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Morenci Middle And High School?
269 students attend Morenci Middle And High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Morenci Middle And High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morenci Middle And High School?
Morenci Middle And High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Morenci Middle And High School offer ?
Morenci Middle And High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morenci Middle And High School part of?
Morenci Middle And High School is part of Morenci Area Schools.
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